This year Chabad of Riverdale brought light and joy to hundreds in the Bronx with a wide array of programs, enjoyed and appreciated by old and young alike.
Hundreds of children gathered on Sunday afternoon, December 14, for a spectacular Chanukah Wonderland featuring a Kosher puppet theater, as well as olive press, cookie baking and decorating, make your own Chanukah candle, and carnival booths.
Hundreds joined for the lighting of the largest Menorah in the Bronx at the Riverdale Monument, every afternoon of Chanukah by Rabbi Levi Shemtov.
Last Sunday, December 21, hundreds gathered for the main celebrations, taking place at the Riverdale Monument.
Councilman Andrew Cohen, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, and New York State Senator Jeffrey Klein were present at the celebrations, and Councilman Andrew Cohen accompanied Rabbi Shemtov in the Con Edison truck bucket to light the Menorah. On the final night of Chanukah, State Senator Reuben Diaz was present for the Menorah Lighting.
Toys for Tots Campaign For the twentieth year, Chabad of Riverdale distributed toys, games, and gifts to hospitalized children over Chanukah.
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